County Corner

County Farm Bureaus support every community in the Commonwealth through information, products and service programs including: Women's Leadership Activities, Ag in the Classroom, Commodity Market Information, Scholarships, Certified Roadside Farm Markets and our Young Farmers program. County Farm Bureaus have established a reputation as effective advocates for its members. Check this space often for updates on County Farm Bureau programs and activities happening in our community.

Monroe County students awarded Farm Bureau scholarships: Lydia Lyon Proffitt and Caroline Grace Rushing, both seniors at Monroe County High School, are each the recipient of a $1,000 college scholarship from Monroe County Farm Bureau. In partnership with County Farm Bureaus, the Kentucky Farm Bureau Education Foundation awarded $465,400 this year to deserving students from across the Commonwealth.

Monroe County student attends Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders: Monroe County high school junior Cameron Garmon recently returned home from Kentucky Farm Bureau’s Institute for Future Agricultural Leaders (IFAL).

Legislative Appreciative Meeting: Monroe County Farm Bureau held a Legislative Appreciative Meeting on April 28 at the Monroe County Farm Bureau office

Monroe County Attends the 2018 Legislative Drive-in and Food Check-out Day: Kentucky Farm Bureau held its annual Legislative Drive-In in Frankfort on Wednesday, March 7, 2018. During the Drive-In, Farm Bureau members met with their state senators and representatives and advocated on behalf of agriculture.

Monroe County Farm Bureau Receives 2017 Women's Gold Star Award of Excellence: Recognized for the achievements of its women’s program this year, Monroe County Farm Bureau received the 2017 Gold Star Award of Excellence during Kentucky Farm Bureau’s annual meeting in Louisville.

KFB Spotlight

President's Column | It is a Busy Time of Year, But an Exciting Time
August 11, 2025: As we make our way through the weeks of summer, it won't be long until school starts again, the state fair arrives, and our harvesting duties begin.

Down the Backroads | Serving God and Raising Daylilies
August 11, 2025: Over the years, my job has taken me to many places, allowing me to meet some wonderful people doing great things in brilliant ways. But a recent visit with Cathy and Larry Moore must be near the top of my favorites.

Grain Crop Update
August 11, 2025: Depending on where one lives or how much moisture certain areas received earlier this year, the beginning of the growing season was difficult for most.